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Oakwood Family Eye Care Dr. Wilken has 35 years of experience in optometry with offices also in Celina. Accepting new patients.

Services provided at our office include: â&#x20AC;¢ Comprehensive Eye Examinations â&#x20AC;¢ Optical Dispensing

â&#x20AC;¢ Surgery Co-Management â&#x20AC;¢ Eye Infections, Eye Injuries, Dry Eyes

â&#x20AC;¢ Contact Lenses â&#x20AC;¢ Eye Diseases; Cataracts, Glaucoma, Diabetes

Hours: 9-5 Mon - Thurs. Closed Fri. & Sat. 113 N. First St. â&#x20AC;¢ Oakwood, OH 45873

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